Rites +

Gathering Song : “ O Come to the Altar”

Written by: Mack Brock, Christopher Brown, Steven Furtick, & Wade Joye

Verse 1:

Are you hurting and broken within?

Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin?

Jesus is calling

Have you come to the end of yourself

Do you thirst for a drink from the well?

Jesus is calling

Refrain:

O come to the altar, The Father's arms are open wide

Forgiveness was bought with The precious blood of Jesus Christ

Verse 2:

Leave behind your regrets and mistakes

Come today, there's no reason to wait

Jesus is calling

Bring your sorrows and trade them for joy

From the ashes, a new life is born

Jesus is calling

Refrain

Bridge:

Oh, what a Savior isn't He wonderful?

Sing Hallelujah, Christ is risen.

Bow down before Him, for He is Lord of all

Sing Hallelujah, Christ is risen

Bow down before Him, for He is Lord of all

Sing Hallelujah, Christ is risen

FIRST READING (Jeremiah 1: 4-9)

A reading from the Book of the prophet Jeremiah.

The word of the LORD came to me:

Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I dedicated you, a prophet to the nations I appointed you.

“Ah, Lord GOD!” I said, “I do not know how to speak. I am too young!” But the LORD answered me,Do not say, “I am too young.” To whomever I send you, you shall go; whatever I command you, you shall speak. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you oracle of the LORD.

Then the LORD extended his hand and touched my mouth, saying to me, See, I place my words in your mouth!

The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.

RESPONSORIAL PSALM: (Psalm 27)

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?

The Lord is my life’s refuge; of whom should I be afraid?

SECOND READING (Ephesians 3: 14-21)

A reading from the letter of St. Paul to the Ephesians.

For this reason I fall on my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth receives its true name. I ask God from the wealth of his glory to give you power through his Spirit to be strong in your inner selves, and I pray that Christ will make his home in your hearts through faith. I pray that you may have your roots and foundation in love, so that you, together with all God's people, may have the power to understand how broad and long, how high and deep, is Christ's love. Yes, may you come to know his love although it can never be fully known and so be completely filled with the very nature of God. To him who by means of his power working in us is able to do so much more than we can ever ask for, or even think of: to God be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever! Amen.

Lector: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Mass of Restoration)

Refrain: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! (2x)

GOSPEL (Matthew 5: 13-16)

Priest: The Lord be with you. All: And with your Spirit.

Priest: A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew All: Glory to You, O Lord.

You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.

You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.

Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house.

Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.

Priest: The Gospel of the Lord. All: Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ.

Homily

Father Michael Chiuri, SM

Blessing of Fr. Chaminade Medallions

Father Michael Chiuri, S.M.

Prayers of the Faithful

Presentation of the Gifts & Preparation of the Altar

Song: “ Good, Good Father ”

Written by: Mack Brock, Christopher Brown, Steven Furtick, & Wade Joye

Verse 1:

Oh, I've heard a thousand stories of what they think You're like But I've heard the tender whisper of love in the dead of night And You tell me that You're pleased and that I'm never alone

Chorus: You're a good, good Father

It's who You are, it's who You are, it's who You are And I'm loved by You

It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am

Verse 2:

Oh, and I've seen many searching for answers far and wide But I know we're all searching for answers only You provide 'Cause You know just what we need before we say a word

Refrain:

Bridge:

Because You are perfect in all of Your ways

You are perfect in all of Your ways

You are perfect in all of Your ways to us

You are perfect in all of Your ways

Oh, You're perfect in all of Your ways

You are perfect in all of Your ways to us

Verse 3:

Oh, it's love so undeniable I, I can hardly speak

Peace so unexplainable I, I can hardly think

As You call me deeper still

As You call me deeper still

As You call me deeper still into love, love, love

Holy, Holy

(Mass of Restoration)

Holy! Holy! Holy! Lord God of hosts, Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest!

Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest!

Memorial Acclamation

(Mass of Restoration)

When we eat this bread and drink this cup, we proclaim Your death, O Lord, until You come again.

Great Amen

(Mass of Restoration)

Amen! Amen! Amen!

Sign of Peace

Fractioning Rite

Lamb of God

Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world: Have mercy on us. (2x)

Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world: Grant us peace.

Communion Procession

All are encouraged to come forward during communion. We welcome all those not prepared to receive communion or who would like to come forth for a blessing, to cross their arms over their chest to indicate their desire to do so. The ushers will direct the communion procession from the aisles starting from the back. Thank you for showing your respect at this sacred time.